Kerala Blasters FC captain Jessel Carneiro will leave the club after his contract runs out on Wednesday (May 31, 2023). The left-back's journey with the Blasters comes to an end after four years<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Jessel, who joined the Club prior to the 2019-20 ISL season, made an instant impact for Kerala Blasters FC in his debut season.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
During his first season, he exhibited exceptional defensive skills, neutralising opponent attacks while actively contributing to the team's offensive plays.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"4 years and countless memories. Go well, skipper!, tweeted Kerala Blasters FC.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
A string of consistent performances led to Jessel's multi-year extension and promotion as vice-captain of the Club in the subsequent season. Jessel would then step up to fill in admirably as Club Captain for the remainder of the season after a mid-season injury to the then captain, Sergio Cidoncha.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In the ensuing 2021-22 season, Jessel was appointed as the Club's permanent captain. His leadership and determination is exemplified by the fact that despite a mid-season shoulder injury that kept him on the sidelines, Jessel continued to lead the team with one of the youngest squads in the league at hand.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With various players in only their debut season for the Club, under Jessel's captaincy, the Club finished in the top four and as runners-up in the Championship final.<\/p>\r\n\r\n